Astros to Keep a Low Profile During Free Agency

Carlos Lee’s massive contract and declining production are gone. Recognizable names such as Wandy Rodriguez and J.A. Happ have been exchanged for young talent and long-term potential as the Astros’ organization-wide rebuilding project continues. Roster spots and starting positions are wide open, with everything from the designated hitter role to the outfield and back end of the starting rotation in flux.